What are the main factors that influence a Physicist II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Physicist 's salary?

A Physicist 's salary grows with experience: a Physicist I (0-2 years)earns $74,382, a Physicist II (2-4 years)earns $93,400, a Physicist III (4-7 years)earns $109,649, a Physicist IV (7+ years)earns $142,639, a Physicist V (7-10 years)earns $159,413,

What are the highest paying states for a Physicist II?

Physicist II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physicist II roles are District of Columbia $101,885, California $101,498, Massachusetts $100,145. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Health Physicist: $518,225; Physicist V: $157,057; Specialist Physicist: $140,600; Physicist IV: $140,531; Physicist: $109,738.

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Physicist II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist II make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Physicist II in Delaware is $93,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, a Physicist II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,067
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,385 to $102,124
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,445

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Physicist II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,124	$8,510	$1,964	$49
Average	$93,400	$7,783	$1,796	$45
25th Percentile	$81,385	$6,782	$1,565	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist II Salaries

A Physicist II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Physicist I	0-2 years	$74,382
Physicist II	2-4 years	$93,400
Physicist III	4-7 years	$109,649
Physicist IV	7+ years	$142,639
Physicist V	7-10 years	$159,413

How Do Physicist II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Physicist IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,885.
California: $101,498.
Massachusetts: $100,145.

District of Columbia $101,885 California $101,498 Massachusetts $100,145 Washington $99,777 New Jersey $99,740 Alaska $99,612 Connecticut $98,342 New York $97,826

Hawaii $96,179 Rhode Island $95,406 Maryland $94,882 Minnesota $94,164 Colorado $93,888 Illinois $93,796 Oregon $93,446 Delaware $93,189

New Hampshire $93,027 Virginia $92,664 Pennsylvania $91,606 Nevada $91,072 North Dakota $90,897 Michigan $90,621 Wisconsin $90,520 Vermont $90,318

Texas $89,756 Maine $89,720 Arizona $89,664 Ohio $89,600 Georgia $88,753 Indiana $88,330 Wyoming $88,247 Utah $88,118

Iowa $88,063 Kansas $87,621 Louisiana $87,493 North Carolina $87,447 Missouri $87,428 Florida $87,069 Montana $86,876 Nebraska $86,692

Kentucky $86,591 South Carolina $86,223 Tennessee $85,993 Idaho $85,901 New Mexico $85,229 Oklahoma $85,082 Alabama $84,539 South Dakota $83,628

Arkansas $83,131 West Virginia $82,864 Mississippi $82,063

Top Paying Cities for Physicist IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $96,446
Little Creek: $95,554
Magnolia: $95,949

Lincoln, DE $96,446 Little Creek, DE $95,554 Magnolia, DE $95,949 Milford, DE $96,446 Marydel, DE $95,195 Millsboro, DE $96,446 Millville, DE $97,090 Milton, DE $96,446

Nassau, DE $96,446 Ocean View, DE $97,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $97,090 Seaford, DE $95,434 Selbyville, DE $97,090 Smyrna, DE $95,084 Viola, DE $95,949 Woodside, DE $95,673

Bear, DE $94,385 Newark, DE $94,422 Claymont, DE $94,495 Delaware City, DE $94,422 Hockessin, DE $94,495 Kirkwood, DE $94,422 Middletown, DE $94,891 Montchanin, DE $94,495

New Castle, DE $94,495 Odessa, DE $95,020 Port Penn, DE $94,164 Rockland, DE $94,495 Saint Georges, DE $94,422 Townsend, DE $94,882 Winterthur, DE $94,495 Lewes, DE $96,446

Wilmington, DE $94,495 Dover, DE $95,508 Dover Afb, DE $95,728 Bethany Beach, DE $97,090 Bethel, DE $95,434 Bridgeville, DE $96,446 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,609 Cheswold, DE $95,287

Clayton, DE $95,047 Dagsboro, DE $97,090 Delmar, DE $95,434 Ellendale, DE $96,446 Felton, DE $96,446 Fenwick Island, DE $97,090 Frankford, DE $97,090 Frederica, DE $96,446

Georgetown, DE $96,446 Greenwood, DE $96,446 Harbeson, DE $96,446 Harrington, DE $96,446 Hartly, DE $95,001 Houston, DE $96,446 Kenton, DE $95,047 Laurel, DE $95,434

Yorklyn, DE $94,495

Physicist II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physicist II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$81,385

Average $93,400/year

$102,124

$6,782

Average $7,783/month

$8,510

$1,565

Average $1,796/week

$1,964

$39

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,124	$8,510	$1,964	$49
Average	$93,400	$7,783	$1,796	$45
25th Percentile	$81,385	$6,782	$1,565	$39

Physicist II Salary Growth & Career Path

Physicist II

Biologist III

Geologist III

Geophysicist III

Microbiologist III

Biologist IV

Geologist IV

Geophysicist IV

Microbiologist IV

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Physicist II, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Physicist II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Biologist III	$84,696	-9%
Geologist III	$87,044	-7%
Geophysicist III	$143,289	53%
Microbiologist III	$84,355	-10%

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